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Marblehead High School

Grades 09-12 MARBLEHEAD, MA

Moved down 39 places from 2024 to 2025

#82 State Rank
A- District Grade
2 Humphrey Street, MARBLEHEAD, MA 01945
High Grad Rate 99.1% Active Athletics 32 sports
Rating sources & methodology MCAS scores from 2025 Data updated September 2026
807 Students
93.7% Attendance Rate
62.5 Composite Score
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MCAS score comparisons

Students meeting or exceeding expectations · 2025 results

Each subject shows the average of published grade percentages, without weighting by enrollment. The bars compare available years on a 0–100% scale. Grade coverage and student groups can change between years.

English Language Arts

54% Meeting or exceeding expectations

10% exceeding expectations

2023 81% 81%
2024 76% 76%
2025 54% 54%

Mathematics

57% Meeting or exceeding expectations

7% exceeding expectations

2023 78% 78%
2024 76% 76%
2025 57% 57%

Science

72% Meeting or exceeding expectations

10% exceeding expectations

2023 77% 77%
2024 74% 74%
2025 72% 72%
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Available grade results for the latest 3 published years. An em dash means the value was not published.
YearSubjectGradeMeeting+Exceeding
2025English Language Arts10 54%10%
2025Mathematics10 57%7%
2025Science10 72%10%
2024English Language Arts10 76%22%
2024Mathematics10 76%20%
2024Science10 74%25%
2023English Language Arts10 81%23%
2023Mathematics10 78%13%
2023Science10 77%24%

MCAS subject percentages differ from the composite school rating, which combines available academic and school indicators. Letter grades and state ranks compare schools at the same level. A rank change describes relative position, not a percentage-point change in test scores. Read the rating methodology.

Student Demographics

807 students enrolled

Race/Ethnicity

White 82.2%
Hispanic 8.7%
Multiracial 4%
Black 3.6%
Asian 1.6%

Gender

51.9% Male
48% Female

Student Programs

English Learners 1.7%
Special Education 18.6%
Free/Reduced Lunch 13.4%

Athletics Programs

32 sports programs with 2,426 student athletes

Boys Sports

  • Football 96 athletes
  • Track-Outdoor 83 athletes
  • Volleyball 75 athletes
  • Softball 72 athletes
  • Baseball 55 athletes
  • Lacrosse 48 athletes
  • Ice Hockey 47 athletes
  • Basketball 47 athletes
  • Track-Indoor 40 athletes
  • Golf 33 athletes
  • Wrestling 28 athletes
  • Cross Country 20 athletes
  • Tennis 17 athletes
  • Ski-Nordic 15 athletes

Girls Sports

  • Wrestling 676 athletes
  • Unified Basketball 537 athletes
  • Cross Country 71 athletes
  • Track-Indoor 68 athletes
  • Soccer 65 athletes
  • Track-Outdoor 65 athletes
  • Ice Hockey 48 athletes
  • Volleyball 40 athletes
  • Tennis 31 athletes
  • Softball 28 athletes
  • Baseball 25 athletes
  • Gymnastics 24 athletes
  • Golf 22 athletes
  • Winter Swim/Dive 19 athletes
  • Basketball 17 athletes
  • Ski-Alpine 11 athletes
  • Rugby 2 athletes
  • Football 1 athletes

Sports data from the Massachusetts Interscholastic Athletic Association (MIAA).

School Performance

Key metrics and program information

Graduation

Attendance

93.7% Attendance Rate
16.2% Chronic Absence

Advanced Placement

College Readiness

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Location

2 Humphrey Street, MARBLEHEAD, MA

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Marblehead High School's grade rating?

Marblehead High School has earned a grade of A-, ranked #82 in Massachusetts, placing it in the top 23% of Massachusetts High schools. This rating is based on 2025 MCAS test scores, attendance rates, and other performance metrics from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education.

How many students attend Marblehead High School?

Approximately 807 students are enrolled at Marblehead High School.

How does Marblehead High School perform on MCAS tests?

Based on the most recent MCAS results, Marblehead High School's proficiency rates are: English Language Arts (54% proficient), Mathematics (57% proficient), Science (72% proficient). MCAS (Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System) tests measure student achievement in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science.

What sports does Marblehead High School offer?

Marblehead High School offers 32 athletic programs (14 boys' sports, 18 girls' sports) with approximately 2,426 student athletes participating. Sports programs are sanctioned by the MIAA (Massachusetts Interscholastic Athletic Association).

What is the graduation rate at Marblehead High School?

Marblehead High School has a excellent 99.1% graduation rate. The state average graduation rate in Massachusetts is approximately 89%.

What is the attendance rate at Marblehead High School?

Marblehead High School has an attendance rate of 93.7%. Strong attendance is correlated with better academic outcomes.

What school district is Marblehead High School part of?

Marblehead High School is part of Marblehead School District. For enrollment information, contact the district office or visit the school's website. Enrollment typically requires proof of residency within the district boundaries.

How are Massachusetts school ratings calculated?

School ratings are calculated using multiple data points from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE), including MCAS test scores (proficiency and growth), attendance rates, graduation rates (for high schools), and student-teacher ratios. Schools are ranked by percentile against similar schools statewide.